Sr Director, Engineering

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!  

UCT is looking for a talented Sr. Director, Engineering to join us in Malaysia!  

The Sr Director of Engineering leads the strategic development and execution of Industry 4.0 initiatives, driving automation, software integration, and IT/OT convergence to enhance business value. This role oversees engineering standards, platform development, and global deployment plans, ensuring data governance and smart manufacturing solutions. By partnering across functions and leveraging advanced technologies such as AI and big data analytics, the Sr Director shapes innovation, optimizes operations, and delivers transformative solutions for manufacturing and supply chain excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead team of 8 Manufacturing Engineers specializing in software, mechanical engineering, and Automation.
• Work with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to evaluate opportunities for applying Industry 4.0 concepts - adopting intelligent solutions (up to artificial intelligence) for facilities, utilities, manufacturing equipment and enterprise systems across the UCT environment.
• Own the platform development for our automation solutions for the factory, including production, warehousing and logistics.  Responsible for Engineering Standards related to Industry 4.0 which will be developed to guide design and implementation of core platforms and processes.
• Develop business cases for proposed investments.
• Lead the ME (Manufacturing Engineering) Council and drive best practices, and standardized training for both Assembly and Weldment.
• Implement Limble CMMS across all sites in UCT to maximize equipment lifespan and minimize downtime.
• Manage the configuration changes and new feature requests from UCT.
• Involve in major escalations, issues and fixing manufacturing process issues.
• Partner with internal peers and stakeholders to develop global deployment plans.
• Be responsible for the data governance surrounding all our new technology introductions.
• Enable device connectivity and applying digital technology, big data analytics, machine learning & AI to build an end-to-end echo system for smart manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven financial improvements through technology and process adaptations.
• Agile development and team practices.
• Proven leadership behavior and management skills.
• Interest and desire to lead people.
• Customer oriented both internally and externally.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proven experience in employee development.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in technical or engineering area or the equivalent level of experience.
• Lean6Sigma certification a big plus.

Experience Requirement:

 Work Experience:

• Minimum years 8 years of experience in Industry 4.0, Industrial Engineering, software architecture, manufacturing & technology solutions & automation disciplines.
• 15+ years’ experience in a Manufacturing environment with at least 7+ years in management.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.